Nonprofit says Equestrian Center delays hobble fundraising
By JON WILCOX jon@appenmedia.com
ALPHARETTA, Ga. — Delays in completing upgrades for the Wills Park Equestrian Center have complicated fundraising efforts to bring the project over the finish line.
In 2021, voters approved $5 million in Equestrian Center improvements
as part of a $29.5 million parks bond package. Funds will go toward improving competition arenas, stormwater drainage, parking lots, driveways and other infrastructure.
The Wills Park Equestrian Foundation committed to match the city’s $5 million to overhaul the arenas. But so far, the nonprofit has raised about $2.5 million for that work and
other improvements. About $1.4 million of donated funds is waiting to be allocated, Foundation President Cheryl Sims said.
“The foundation has the dollars for the next phase, but we have been put on hold for 12 months for no fault of our own,” she said.
By JON WILCOX jon@appenmedia.com
ALPHARETTA, Ga. — North Fulton police departments are exploring inmate housing alternatives after Fulton County officials unexpectedly announced the closure of the Alpharetta jail.
Fulton County sheriff’s officials said in a Jan. 3 statement they plan to close the North Annex Jail Facility in Alpharetta by July 1. The decision is part of a plan to address concerns about the county’s jail operations raised by the U.S. Department of Justice.
The North Annex Jail Facility, 2555 Old Milton Parkway, is owned and operated by the Fulton County Sheriff’s Office to allow Alpharetta and other nearby cities, like Johns Creek, Roswell and Milton, to house inmates there.
The county’s remedial plan stems from a consent order between the Department of Justice and sheriff’s office. The consent order follows a civil rights investigation into the Fulton County Jail operation, particularly the main facility on Rice Street in Atlanta.
Department of Justice investigators began looking into the jail after the death of Lashawn Thompson, who was arrested on a simple battery charge and accused of spitting on a Georgia Tech officer.
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A rider and horse jump over an obstacle at the Wills Park equestrian center. The center is slated for improvements as part of a 2021 parks bond.
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Teen in stolen police vehicle dies from apparent suicide RESOURCES
FORSYTH COUNTY, Ga. — The Forsyth County Sheriff’s Office is investigating the theft of a Sandy Springs police vehicle Jan. 6 that ended in the apparent suicide of a teen found at the wheel.
Just before 7 p.m. Monday, Forsyth County Sheriff’s deputies were notified of a theft of the police vehicle from the officer’s driveway in Forsyth County while he was away from home. At 7:11 p.m., the stolen patrol vehicle was located on Peachtree Parkway near Sharon Road. Forsyth County patrol deputies conducted a “box in” to
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Man cited for DUI after Ga. 9 crash
ALPHARETTA, Ga. — A 50-year-old Marietta man was arrested on an intoxicated driving charge after a crash Dec. 18.
Officers began an impaired driver investigation after police investigating the crash suspected the man was intoxicated, according to an Alpharetta police report. The crash, which occurred on Ga. 9 at Wills Road, injured at least one person. Further details were unavailable in the report.
Officers noted the man had slurred speech, bloodshot and glassy eyes and a sweet, alcohol smell coming from his breath. He denied consuming alcohol.
An evaluation of the man’s eyes and walk and turn test showed signs of impairment, according to the report. The man was unsteady on his feet, failed to follow instructions and showed erratic movement in his eyes.
The driver declined taking a breath test. He was charged with misdemeanor driving under the influence of alcohol and following too closely charges.
— Jon Wilcox
Officers investigate report of attempted home burglary
ROSWELL, Ga. — Roswell Police are investigating a potential burglary along Pine Grove Road Jan. 2 after a father and son reported signs of a break-in at a friend’s residence.
Officers said a 72-year-old
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stop the car near South Forsyth High School. The car struck the rear of a marked patrol car.
Deputies noted the driver was not responding to their commands and appeared to be bleeding from the head. Deputies quickly pulled the driver out of the car and noticed he had what
Milton man and his 33-year-old son contacted them about someone breaking into their friend’s home and possibly stealing some items.
The father said the victim, an 89-year-old woman, called him earlier in the day about someone dropping off items at her house, which she hadn’t ordered. The man also said the woman shows some signs of dementia.
Officers said the father and son showed them areas where someone had attempted to gain entry through the exterior garage, rear patio, kitchen window and screened door.
The Milton men said some of the victim’s belongings, like a grandfather clock, had been moved to the garage and other items rearranged throughout the home. The woman’s car keys and other keys were also reported missing from the kitchen.
The woman told police she was uncertain if anything had been stolen.
Police found a Walmart receipt left at the scene, and officers said security footage from the store gave them a possible description of a suspect.
The case remains active.
Hayden
Sumlin
Woman loses thousands in vehicle repair scam
ALPHARETTA, Ga. — A scam was reported Dec. 22 after a man allegedly pocketed payments to repair a vehicle.
A 21-year-old Jonesboro woman said she was approached by a man while she and a friend were pushing their disabled vehicle off Haynes Bridge Road near South Main Street, according to an Alpharetta police report. The man, who said he was a mechanic, offered to help by towing their vehicle to a nearby bank parking lot. He said he would take the vehicle to his repair shop.
appeared to be a self-inflicted gunshot wound. They began life saving measures until Central EMS arrived and transported the driver to the hospital.
The 15-year-old driver, later identified as a family member of the officer, was pronounced deceased at the hospital. This case remains under investigation by the FCSO Major Crimes Unit. Sandy Springs Police Department is cooperating and assisting in the investigation.
The woman agreed and sent the man $275 as a deposit using a money transfer app.
Two days later, the man contacted the woman, saying he needed an additional $700 to buy parts. Later in the day, he called again and asked for another $985.
After another two days, the man requested another payment of $1,300 for repairs.
The woman complied with his requests each time.
After the last payment, the man stopped answering her calls and texts. The woman decided to contact the police.
The woman returned to the bank parking lot and found her vehicle still parked there.
The incident was classified as a misdemeanor theft by deception.
— Jon Wilcox
Man who reported threat gets arrested on warrant
ROSWELL, Ga. — Police arrested a 36-year-old Louisiana man on an outstanding warrant Jan. 2 after he called 911 to report several armed men attempting to rob him.
Police met with the caller at the Economy Hotel off Old Dogwood Road.
He said a group of masked men with handguns were talking about robbing him at the hotel lobby and outside of his room. Police said the caller, who was from Louisiana, told them he did not want to report the incident.
After running the man’s name through a crime database, officers said they discovered an arrest warrant out of the Fulton County Sheriff’s Office for failure to appear on a drug-related offense.
After confirming the warrant, officers took him to the North Fulton County Jail.
— Hayden Sumlin
— Patrick Fox
Alpharetta passes short-term rental ordinance
By JON WILCOX jon@appenmedia.com
ALPHARETTA, Ga. — After more than a year of fine tuning, the Alpharetta City Council passed an ordinance regulating short-term home rentals Jan. 6.
“It’s been a long time coming,” Councilman Douglas De Rito said.
City staff began working on the ordinance after residents raised the issue with the city. On Oct. 18, 2023, about 30 voiced their opinion at an open forum on the topic.
Homeowners said they worried the rentals, which are often advertised through online platforms like Airbnb and Vrbo, would change the identity of their neighborhoods. Many rental owners said their listings benefit the community by providing well-kept spaces for guests.
Council members approved the ordinance by a vote of 6-0 with Councilman Brian Wills abstaining.
“It’s better to get it done right than to get it done right now,” Mayor Jim Gilvin said.
6 meeting.
The new ordinance requires short-term rental owners to license with the city annually and follow a number of rules regarding capacity, noise and conduct. It establishes penalties for violations and
prohibits short-term rentals from exceeding 5 percent of the homes in a neighborhood.
Preexisting rentals could have the option of being grandfathered and would be assessed on a caseby-case basis, Alpharetta Community Development Director Kathi Cook said.
At least 89 short-term rentals are operating in Alpharetta, according to city records.
Frankie Elliott, government affairs vice president for the Atlanta Commercial Board of Realtors, said short-term rentals have existed for decades, and she said she remembers when they were advertised on bulletin boards and flyers. But the proliferation of online platforms have resulted in their number dramatically increasing in recent years.
In response, cities across the U.S. have established ordinances regulating their operation, she said.
Elliott said the ordinance approved in Alpharetta is among the best because of its checks and balances.
“It’s common sense … the fact that it’s allowed city wide, the grandfathering,” Elliott said. “They’re being very conscious and very intentional.”
Sandy Springs to consider draft for key change along major corridor
By HAYDEN SUMLIN hayden@appenmedia.com
SANDY SPRINGS, Ga. — With funding from the Atlanta Regional Commission, Sandy Springs is nearing a final blueprint for the Peachtree Dunwoody Road corridor, including the North Springs MARTA rail station.
The Sandy Springs City Council and Planning Commission heard the presentation of the North Springs MARTA Corridor study in mid-December, setting up approval of the transportation plan at a January meeting.
The MARTA corridor study seeks to make the North Springs station a
more walkable destination. It includes improvements to multimodal safety and comfort on Peachtree Dunwoody Road with connections to the planned extension of PATH400, a regional multi-use trail along Ga. 400 connecting Atlanta’s Midtown to north of I-285.
The plan identifies opportunities to enhance walking and biking access to the station, integrate placemaking features and outline a vision for potential future development.
With grants through the Atlanta Regional Commission’s Livable Centers Initiative and Transit-Oriented Development programs, city consultants began work last March to oversee community
engagement, planning, design and economic analysis.
The scope of the two-pronged plan includes Peachtree Dunwoody Road from Spalding Drive to Abernathy Road and the 27.7-acre MARTA-owned property surrounding the North Springs station.
Peachtree Dunwoody Road currently features variable lane widths and sidewalks. Urban planners want a more consistent cross section throughout the corridor with a 12-foot-wide path on the west side and a 6-foot-wide sidewalk on the east.
Other proposals call for five new pedestrian crossing beacons,
landscaped buffers with trees, a roundabout at Roberts Court, a centerturn lane and 11-foot-wide travel lanes. The study found the improvements would add minor delays of from 5 to 10 seconds for drivers.
Input from residents
Lead consultant Nelson Nygaard worked with the city’s planning team, MARTA officials, residents and the Perimeter Community Improvement District to develop a vision for the area. Throughout community workshops, interviews and online surveys, residents
See MARTA, Page 5
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From left, council members John Hipes, Brian Wills and Donald Mitchell listen to City Attorney Melissa Tracy discuss details about Alpharetta’s first short-term rental ordinance at a Jan.
Sebastain Aponte and Valentina Osorio are all smiles Jan. 1 after giving birth to their daughter Antonia, the first baby born at Wellstar North Fulton Medical Center in 2025.
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Wellstar North Fulton heralds 2025 first baby
ROSWELL, Ga. — The Wellstar North Fulton Medical Center celebrated its first baby of 2025, Antonia Aponte-Osorio, delivered just a few hours after New Year’s celebrations.
Antonia, a baby girl weighing 7
pounds, 11 ounces, was born at 5:37 a.m. Jan. 1 to Sebastian Aponte and Valentina Osorio. The couple is from Atlanta.
— Hayden Sumlin
Roswell Mayor Kurt Wilson will discuss the city’s goals and accomplishments at the 2025 State of the City address Jan. 17 at the Roswell Cultural Arts Center.
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Roswell State of City to assess milestones
ROSWELL, Ga. — Roswell Mayor Kurt Wilson will offer his 2025 State of the City address Jan. 17.
The presentation, free and open to the public, will be at 8 a.m. at the Roswell Cultural Arts Center, 950 Forrest St. Wilson will be joined by members of the City Council and city officials in reflecting on milestones from the past year. They also will outline strategic goals and initiatives to shape Roswell, which aims to be the “No. 1 Family Community in America.”
Attendees will hear updates on a range of topics, including economic
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consistently cited concerns about speeding along Peachtree Dunwoody Road and potential traffic congestion.
Meghan McMullen, an urban designer with Nygaard, said two rounds of community feedback were incorporated into the final plan. She said survey results show residents are strongly in favor of proposed upgrades along Peachtree Dunwoody Road.
While Sandy Springs will take the lead on any future streetscape and roadway enhancements along Peachtree Dunwoody Road, MARTA oversees development on its property.
The 27-acre site has 13 acres of undeveloped land with a dense tree canopy and hilly terrain split in half by a floodplain and small creek.
The plan proposes stacked flats or townhomes along Peachtree Dunwoody Road with a new street and five-story multi-family building to the south. Overall, the concept includes around 500 new residential units and some ground floor retail.
MARTA has hands full
While the North Springs MARTA station abuts Ga. 400, surrounding neighborhoods and commercial areas
to the south have a separate traffic circulation.
The plan is to leave a portion of undeveloped land in the middle of the MARTA property as a forested park.
Like the corridor concept, McMullen said community feedback on the station proposal was overwhelmingly positive.
MARTA officials said they have no plans to begin development at the North Springs station because of ongoing work at others. When MARTA does decide to move forward, it will mostly likely be with a private developer.
A part of planning the future of the North Springs MARTA Corridor includes connections to PATH400.
Sandy Springs is looking to break ground this year on two-thirds of the regional multi-use path from Atlanta’s Loridans Drive to I-285 and Ga. 400. After the major highway intersection, the city has more plans to construct the path from Hammond Drive up to Mount Vernon Highway and the Sandy Springs MARTA station at Abernathy Road.
PATH400 is years away from reaching the North Springs MARTA station, but city officials are close on a final plan.
For more information about the MARTA Corridor study, visit www.sandyspringsga.gov/ NorthSpringsStudy.
development, community projects, infrastructure improvements and the city’s ongoing commitment to enhancing quality of life.
“This annual address serves as a platform to celebrate progress and engage with the community in a shared vision for growth and innovation,” the city said in a statement.
Founded by planter Roswell King in 1839, the city officially came to be on Feb. 16, 1854. With a little more than 90,000 residents, Roswell is the ninth largest city in Georgia.
— Jon Wilcox
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Sims said fundraising has slowed substantially as donors wonder whether the project will ever become a reality.
“I’m constantly being asked by people, ‘What’s going on?’” she said. “And I’m having to say, ‘We are on a hold because of the city.’”
Alpharetta City Administrator Chris Lagerbloom said the project’s complexity has made setting a construction timeline difficult.
“There’s a lot of moving pieces,” he said.
The city’s draft agreement proposed to the Equestrian Foundation estimates a completion date in 2025 for the project’s second phase. This includes upgrades for two arenas and center infrastructure. Sims said the foundation received the proposed agreement Dec. 24.
A completion date for the horse stalls is yet to be determined.
Lagerbloom said the City Council could approve the new agreement in January.
In late summer, the City Council agreed to hire a construction manager who would be responsible for selecting subcontractors for the project’s various parts.
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The department found Thompson was malnourished, infested with “an enormous presence of body lice” and “neglected to death” when he was found deceased in his “filthy cell” at the main jail on Rice Street.
“Lashawn Thompson’s horrific death was symptomatic of a pattern of dangerous and dehumanizing conditions in the Fulton County Jail,” Attorney General Merrick B. Garland said.
Alpharetta Director of Public Safety John Robison said he was unaware of plans to close the city’s jail facility until the Jan. 3 announcement.
The North Annex Jail is used by police in Alpharetta, Roswell, Johns Creek and Milton to house inmates. Those arrested on felony charges are held at the jail before being transported to the main facility in downtown Atlanta.
While Robison said the announcement came as a surprise, he understands the reasons behind it.
Sheriff’s officials said the closure will allow them to redirect personnel to address Department of Justice concerns by increasing staffing at other facilities.
The investigation looked into operations at the county’s downtown jail
Sims said the foundation found out about the plan to hire a manager only after the decision was made. As yet, no manager has been hired.
Although construction of the other Wills Park amenities are expected to begin in 2025, the city has no estimate for when the Equestrian Center will be finished.
Already, two rings have been completed, with about $1 million contributed to each by the city and foundation.
The Equestrian Center
Donated about 50 years ago, the Equestrian Center sits on 50 acres and features a covered arena, four outdoor rings and almost 300 horse stalls, which are slated for an overhaul.
The parks bond likely will provide no funds for stall renovations, but the city could allocate money for that work through other means, Lagerbloom said.
Riders of all ages use the center to train horses, compete and learn the intricacies of equestrian sports, like dressage, hunter/jumper and Western riding disciplines.
The center also hosts shows sanctioned by the United States Equestrian Federation, the national governing body for most equestrian sports.
Hosting those sanctioned shows requires complying with strict Federation standards.
Improvements included in the parks bond package would allow the center to upgrade its arenas within those standards and increase the number of participants in competitions, Sims said.
In November, the center hosted shows featuring about 200 horses and riders from around the region.
With upgraded facilities, Sims thinks that number could increase. They would also allow the center to host national final competitions, which would attract riders from all over the eastern U.S.
“There are riders who do not attend because of the condition of the rings and barns,” she said. “The whole Southeast area is rich with riders. There are plenty of people who would like to come because of Alpharetta’s amenities.”
That kind of interest provides a significant benefit to the city and local economy, Sims said. “With 200 horses, that’s 2.5 people per horse sitting here in Alpharetta,” Sims said. “They are shopping in the shops. They are eating in the restaurants … It’s a large asset for the city.”
The center also serves as a valuable resource for the city’s residents, she said.
Riders of all ages, from 4 to 70, have discovered the magic of horses at the center, she said. Older adults have gotten into equestrian sports after retiring, and families have watched youths flourish while working with the
A Department of Justice investigation concluded the Fulton County Jail routinely violated the rights of incarcerated people incarcerated at the Jail. The investigation found the jail:
• Fails to protect people from the substantial risk of serious harm from violence by other incarcerated people, including homicides, stabbings and sexual abuse.
• Houses incarcerated people in unconstitutional living conditions that are unsanitary and dangerous.
• Fails to provide adequate medical and mental health services to incarcerated people.
• Uses solitary confinement in discriminatory and unconstitutional ways that exposes incarcerated people, including teens and those with mental health disabilities, to substantial harm.
• Fails to provide special education services to teens who are entitled to those services while they are incarcerated at the jail.
as well as auxiliary facilities including the Marietta Annex, North Annex in Alpharetta, and South Annex in Union City.
The North Annex has capacity for about 70 inmates although it often houses as few as a dozen. Alpharetta pays $60 for each inmate at the facility but nothing for inmates sent directly to the downtown jail.
The North Annex has been in operation for decades with periods of inactivity. It was closed for the COVID-19 pandemic and refurbished in 2022.
The North Annex allows Alpharetta
animals.
“This touches everybody,” Sims said. “In the 22 years I have done this, I can’t tell you the amount of leaders or impressive adults that this sport has created.”
There’s something special about communing with a 1,200-pound intelligent animal that can sense a rider’s emotions, she said.
“That bond between a horse and a rider is very, very significant,” Sims said.
Nine-year process
Improving the equestrian center has been a nine-year process, and the foundation is looking forward to its completion, Sims said.
“The frustration is very high,” she said. “We’re sitting here with funds donated, waiting.”
Sims, who works at the center regularly, said she is inundated with questions about the center’s construction. She said she is unable to offer any answers.
That lack of information has made fundraising difficult, she said.
In 2023, the foundation contributed funds for work on a second outdoor arena. Sims said the foundation is disappointed with the city’s communication since then.
“Since March 2024, I have heard little to none from the City of Alpharetta,” she said.
CITY OF ALPHARETTA/PROVIDED Public safety officials in Alpharetta and other north Fulton County cities are looking for solutions after the unexpected closure of the North Annex Jail Facility on Jan. 3.
The cities could contract with another jail to house inmates closer to home, Robison said.
officers to save time by housing inmates within the city, Robison said. Driving inmates to the downtown jail can take officers off patrol and other duties for hours. Trips there and back can take up to three hours depending on the traffic.
“We don’t have to arrest a lot of people, but when we do, it is much better for our citizens because our officers get back down the road much quicker,” Robison said.
Robison said he is working with other north Fulton County cities to find a collaborative solution.
Sandy Springs police house their inmates in Smyrna.
The city also could decide to run its own jail, although that would be unlikely, Robison said, adding that the city will need to find a solution. Alpharetta police could potentially take all inmates charged with felonies downtown, but they would be unable to do that for those charged with city crimes.
“That’s why it’s important to us to come up with some kind of option,” he said. “We’re literally game planning and talking about that right now.”
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People still have to wrap their minds around it, but we have been really, really pleased with the reception we’ve gotten.
MARY ATCHLEY,
co-owner, Walk Your Plans
Roswell business lets clients occupy a space before it’s
By JON WILCOX jon@appenmedia.com
ROSWELL, Ga. — Mary Atchley thinks her business’s name will soon become a part of everyday language.
“We will become a verb. Everyone will walk your plans,” said Atchley, who owns Walk Your Plans in Roswell with co-owner Mark Brown.
Walk Your Plans allows clients to visualize their home, office or business by projecting the blueprints onto the floor of a 2,000 square-foot showroom. Since opening in November, the business has garnered rave reviews from those eager to get a real-life representation of their buildings before the first brick is laid.
“We didn’t open a Chick-fil-A or a McDonald's, something everyone is familiar with,” Atchley said. “People still have to wrap their minds around it, but we have been really, really pleased with the reception we’ve gotten.”
Independently owned and licensed, the Roswell location, at 3000 Northfield Place, Suite 900, is the third Walk Your Plans in the U.S. The first opened in Cleveland, Ohio, in late 2023. The concept originated from a business model introduced on the Australian version of the “Shark Tank” television show.
Atchley said she still vividly remembers watching a video of the episode on her Instagram feed on April 17. She instantly knew the idea had legs.
“I looked at Mark and said someone should do this in Atlanta,” Atchley said.
The next day, she called the founder, who told her there were
Walk Your Plans gives clients a real-life representation of their blueprints in a 2,000-square-foot showroom in Roswell. The plans are projected onto the floor, giving a unique perspective about how a space will feel.
already five people in line for bringing Walk Your Plans to Atlanta. She and Brown knew they had to act fast, hopped on a plane and were awarded the territory.
Walking your plans begins with booking a time slot on the business’s website. Atchley said they consult with clients before visits to explain pricing, which is by the hour, and get a feel for their specific needs.
The owners of a soon-to-be restaurant realized they could knock down a wall in the kitchen to give their chef some needed space.
The staff of a medical office came to their session with a stroller to ensure families would have easy access during visits.
The cost savings can be immense, and decisions that might have taken two months are made in a couple of hours, she said.
“The attention to detail is high,” Atchley said. “It’s fascinating to see the time spent on the smallest details.”
Clients send them a PDF file of their space’s blueprints, which are then recreated in the showroom.
The plans are projected onto the floor, giving clients a true-to-scale, reallife feel for how they will come to life.
The experience provides a unique perspective on how a space will function.
Commercial project developers have unlocked unparalleled collaboration by bringing professionals from disparate backgrounds including interior designers, builders and corporate team members. Together, they may spend the day on their virtual site, making important decisions.
Atchley said her business hopes to soon partner with a local real estate agent and custom home developer to help them close sales.
Because the concept is so new, clients have flown in from around the country and continent. One customer arrived from Canada to visualize a custom home he planned to build.
Already, the custom home building community has embraced the business, she said. And the response has been so good, she and Brown are looking toward 2025 and plan to some day open a second location in Atlanta.
“It’s been a fast and furious adventure,” Atchley said.
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Mary Atchley and Mark Brown cut the ribbon Nov. 22 at Walk Your Plans, their new Roswell businesses where clients can visualize blueprints projected onto a showroom floor.
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Three authors scheduled at six events in January
By KATHY DES JARDINS CIOFFI newsroom@appenmedia.com
January, traditionally the month of deals, is serving up a unique offering in the two-for-one category: Author appearances. Writers Jennifer Coburn, Terri Parlato and Will Carter are doubling up on local book talks in the coming weeks. Details for those six events, as well as just one other, are below.
Thursday, Jan. 9, Terri Parlato will sign her new release, “Watch Your Back.” Free. 5 p.m. Poe & Company Bookstore, 1890 Heritage Walk, Suite P101, Milton. 770-797-5566. Poeandcompanybookstore.com
Saturday, Jan. 11, Will Carter. Atlanta Authors and Bookmiser will present the Kennesaw State University lecturer detailing his inspirational debut memoir, “Getting Better.” Carter will be in conversation with awardwinning writer Christopher Martin. Both authors’ books will be available to purchase from Bookmiser. 2 p.m. Free. Roswell Cultural Arts Center, 950 Forrest St., 770-594-6232. atlantaauthorsga.com
Bestselling author Jennifer Coburn is one of three authors planning a pair of upcoming North Fulton appearances.
Suwanee. 770-232-9331. read-it-again. com
Saturday, Jan. 25, Terri Parlato. The Friends of Sandy Springs Library and Bookmiser will host Parlato and her latest thriller, “Watch Your Back.” 2 p.m. Free. Sandy Springs Library, 395 Mount Vernon Highway Northeast. 770509-5611. bookmiser.net/events.html The Girls from the Glimmer Factory.” The bestselling author will be feted during an evening of cocktails and appetizers. $30, which includes the novel. 4 p.m. Poe & Company Bookstore, 1890 Heritage Walk, Suite P101, Milton. 770-797-5566. Poeandcompanybookstore.com
Thursday, Jan. 16, Lisa Malice discussing “Lest She Forget” with New York Times bestselling author Karen White. $20, which includes the newly released paperback. 5 p.m. Poe & Company Bookstore, 1890 Heritage Walk, Suite P101, Milton. 770-7975566.
Saturday, Jan. 25, Will Carter detailing, “Getting Better.” Free. Noon. Read It Again Bookstore, 3630 Peachtree Parkway, Suite 314,
Coming in February: Saturday, Feb. 1, Jennifer Coburn. The free event, presented by Roswell Reads, in partnership with the city of Roswell and Bookmiser, will spotlight Coburn’s just-released “The Girls from the Glimmer Factory.” 2 p.m. Roswell Library, 115 Norcross St. RoswellReads.com
To submit an author event for the upcoming month, email Kathy Des Jardins Cioffi at kathydesjardins3@ gmail.com by the 15th.
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Comprehensive Internal Medicine
Serving as the Medical Home for Roswell, Alpharetta, Milton, & Johns Creek, for over 20 years
Brought to you by – Comprehensive Internal Medicine
What is a medical home?
A medical home is an approach to providing comprehensive and high-quality primary care, in a coordinated fashion with specialists and consultants.
A medical home is patientcentered with many aspects that contribute to improved healthcare outcomes
• Accessibility: Care is easy for the patient to obtain, including geographic access and insurance accommodation.
• Family-centered: The patient and family are recognized and acknowledged, ensuring that all medical decisions are made in true partnership.
• Continuous: The same primary care clinician cares for patient, aiding and support through young adulthood through elder years.
• Comprehensive: Preventive, primary and specialty care are provided.
• Coordinated: A care plan is created in partnership with the patient and communicated with all health care clinicians.
• Compassionate: Genuine concern for the well-being of the patient is emphasized and
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At Comprehensive Internal Medicine, we involve many team members at various levels to coordinate and provide patient care. Our doctors lead all clinical decision-making in a team approach, collaborating with the patient to tailor care in an individualized manner.
Understanding the intricacies of our patient’s care brings a deeper knowledge of the long-term care plan. Our team of administrative professionals strives to answer each call quickly, avoiding voice mail or a phone tree.
Our scheduling department
quickly accommodates each patient’s scheduling needs.
We save appointment times for same-day appointments and are always welcoming new patients.
Whereas it may be convenient to see Urgent Care, we believe seeing your regular doctor brings your healthcare to a higher level, being seen quickly when needs arise prevents worsening medical symptoms.
Call today to establish with one of our many doctors. We have physicians who focus on young adult care, and others who have special training in the care of geriatric patients.
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Providing Medical Care Including the Prevention, Diagnosis and Treatment of Diseases
Our physicians are Board Certified, Diplomates in the American Board of Internal Medicine and each has areas of interest and specialization. Whether it’s preventative care, ongoing medical issues, or an illness or injury, Comprehensive Internal Medicine is here to offer you medical care.
Acute Illnesses such as: sore throat, flu, cough, common cold, etc.
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Great news in Pediatric Melanoma
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Dr. Brent Taylor, Premier Dermatology and Mohs Surgery of Atlanta
Isn’t it wonderful to hear that you are making a difference? Well, you are! All that hard work that you put in with children or grandchildren getting them to protect themselves from the Sun and wear sunscreen is making a difference!
A recent study in the Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology (JAAD) of more than 76,000 pediatric melanomas confirmed a decline in melanoma incidence over the last ten years in children ages five and older. That decrease in melanoma is likely due to the measures you and your family members have taken during those years and during the prior ten to fifteen years when you worked so hard to protect them from the Sun.
And it is hard work. I have personally braved and endured myself. We all know what it’s like: The child in question seems to morph into a wet fish wriggling out of your grasp. Your slippery sunscreen hands don’t make it any easier! The rascal gets free, and you chase him or her down. Your drink gets knocked over. Sand gets on chairs, in bags and in other places you don’t want sand to get. It’s a task somewhere between roping a calf and getting a cat to take a bath. Grueling, grasping, groaning, finally it’s complete! The child may go and play. And in an hour and a half, you get to repeat the process all over again!
We know sun safety isn’t easy. What dermatologists ask of parents and grandparents is not a simple task. Is it really all worth it?
Yes! The results are in, and they are inspiring. This very encouraging study in the JAAD strongly suggests that all our hard work is paying off.
For children ages 10-14, there was a greater than 30% drop in melanoma between 2002 and 2020.
For children ages 5-9, there was a greater than 60% drop in melanoma between 2014 and 2020.
Interestingly, a small increase in pediatric melanoma cases for children ages four and younger supports that what we are doing is making a difference. Older children who develop melanoma are much more likely to have developed skin cancer from sunburns and sun exposure. Babies and children under 4 years old who develop melanoma are NOT likely to have developed melanoma from sun exposure. (But they still need to be protected from the Sun). Instead, genetics, a chance unlucky mutation or non-sun related environmental factors are more likely to be responsible for
melanoma in the extremely young. They simply haven’t had much time to be damaged by the Sun. The fact that melanoma in those ages four and under slightly increased but melanoma in those five and older dramatically decreased makes the claim even more credible that our efforts at sun protection are working.
Good news in pediatric melanoma is likely great news for these individuals’ entire lives. Our bodies have proteins called “mismatch repair enzymes” whose job it is to fix DNA that has been damaged by ultraviolet rays from the Sun. Unfortunately, these enzymes don’t do a perfect job, and many mutations in our DNA are with us for life. Our entire lives, these mutations increase the chance that we develop skin cancer. Dermatologists have tools including prescription creams and in office treatments that kill pre-cancers and reduce one’s sun damage, but some of the Sun damage from childhood and adulthood is always with us. The fact that pediatric melanoma has plummeted in the last ten years gives us great hope that these same individuals will develop far fewer cancers as adults as well.
When you protect your loved one as a child, you are likely helping protect him or her for life.
The next time you wonder, “is it worth it?...Should I really use that sunscreen, that UPF 50 sun shirt or take on the herculean task of wrangling a kiddo channeling his or her inner feral cat?,” the answer is YES. You are making a difference. And we only see these wonderful results at the population level in a published study because of many, many daily actions at the individual level – through the genuine care and love of many, many parents and grandparents who love their family and showed it through their actions. Keep up the great work!
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Dr. Brent Taylor is a Board-Certified Dermatologist, a Fellowship-Trained Mohs Surgeon, and is certified by the Board of Venous and Lymphatic Medicine in the field of Vein Care.
He is an expert in skin cancer and melanoma treatment, endovenous laser ablation, minimally invasive vein procedures and cosmetics procedures such as Botox and injectables.
Kathryn is a certified physician assistant with over 22 years experience as a Dermatology PA and cosmetic dermatology.
Her specialties include general dermatology such as acne, eczema, rashes, hair loss, full body skin exams, abnormal growths etc. Kathryn also specializes in cosmetic dermatology including lasers, injectables, micro-needling, PRP, facial peels, sclerotherapy for spider veins and at home skin care.
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Comprehensive wound care and hyperbaric medicine
Brought to you by - Dr. Ricardo Duran, medical director of wound care and hyperbaric medicine at Wellstar North Fulton Medical Center
Imagine living with a wound that doesn’t heal—days turn into weeks, then months. Every step becomes painful. You feel trapped, unsure where to turn. This is the reality for thousands in our community, especially those living with diabetes, neurologic or circulatory problems. Unfortunately, many patients stumble through emergency rooms, urgent care centers or hospital stays without finding the right help. Some even face life-altering amputations—an outcome that could often be avoided with proper care.
The Wound Care and Hyperbaric Medicine Center at Wellstar North Fulton Medical Center is transforming how chronic wounds are managed in Roswell and the surrounding areas. Chronic wounds, such as diabetic foot ulcers, vascular ulcers, pressure injuries and surgical wounds, affect millions of people nationwide. Without specialized care, these wounds can lead to serious complications, including infections and amputations, that dramatically impact quality of life and increase healthcare costs.
At Wellstar North Fulton, we offer our community
one of the most advanced wound care programs in Georgia. Our center combines cutting-edge treatments with a compassionate, multidisciplinary approach to ensure every patient receives the highest standard of care.
Advanced care close to home
Our program is led by a board-certified physician specializing in wound care and hyperbaric medicine. Patients benefit from a personalized treatment plan that may include:
• Wound debridement to remove dead tissue and promote healing
• Advanced therapies such as negative pressure wound therapy and skin grafting
• In-office diagnostics like ankle-brachial index testing to evaluate blood flow and accelerate referrals for vascular care
• Hyperbaric oxygen therapy (HBOT) is a treatment using pressurized oxygen to enhance healing, fight infections and prevent amputations. We are one of the few hyperbaric facilities in Georgia certified by the Undersea and Hyperbaric Medical Society. HBOT has been especially effective for patients with diabetic foot ulcers, chronic infections and radiation injuries. Studies show that HBOT can improve healing rates by over 70% and reduce amputation risk by 50%, helping patients recover faster and get back to their lives.
Why it matters to our community
Many wounds require specialized care that general practitioners or urgent care clinics simply cannot provide. Without expert attention, what begins as a small ulcer can spiral into a serious condition requiring hospital admissions—or worse, amputation. Chronic wounds don’t only affect physical health—they can lead to emotional and financial burdens for patients and their families. Amputation is more than the loss of a limb—it’s a loss of mobility, independence and often income. The economic and emotional toll can be devastating for individuals and families. At Wellstar North Fulton, we’re dedicated to preventing these outcomes by addressing wounds early, thoroughly and with expertise. Our goal is to restore not only health but also hope and quality of life.
Take the first step toward healing
If you or a loved one has a wound that hasn’t healed, the Wound Care and Hyperbaric Medicine Center at Wellstar North Fulton is here to help. Let us partner with you in the process of healing and avoid hospital stays, preserve limbs and restore your quality of life.
Chronic wounds don’t have to control your life. With the right care, healing is possible. Call us today at (770) 751-2830 to schedule an appointment.
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At Wellstar, you’ll find lifelong primary care partners committed to every aspect of your well-being, at every stage of life.
Your primary care team knows your complete health history—with ready access to our integrated system of specialists, imaging facilities, labs and hospitals. We’ll help you get the best treatment, right when you need it. From preventative care and screenings to acute and chronic illness management, the expert clinicians at Wellstar personalize your wellness plan to your unique needs, putting you at the center of your own care. wellstar.org/primarycare
Revolutionizing fitness The Exercise Coach’s cutting-edge approach
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At The Exercise Coach, we're not just changing workouts; we're redefining how people age. Our unique blend of innovative Exerbotics equipment and expert coaching creates a fitness experience like no other, specifically designed for individuals who value quality, efficiency, and personalized attention.
Innovative Exerbotics: The Future of Fitness
Our state-of-the-art Exerbotics equipment sets us apart. This isn't your typical gym machinery. Each piece is engineered to adapt to your strength and capabilities, ensuring the most effective and safe workout possible. With Exerbotics, we can measure your performance in real time, providing instant feedback to optimize your training. It's smart technology that evolves with you, ensuring every session is challenging yet achievable, regardless of your fitness level.
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The heart of The Exercise Coach experi-
ence is our team of expert coaches. They're not just trainers; they're your personal fitness guides, equipped with deep knowledge of our Exerbotics technology and a passion for helping you achieve your goals. They understand that every body is unique, and they specialize in creating personalized routines that yield real results. Our coaches are your partners in fitness, dedicated to your success and well-being.
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A traditional Japanese custom and its reflections in modern dentistry
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Ohaguro, the practice of blackening one’s teeth, holds a significant place in Japanese cultural history. Historically, ohaguro was a symbol of beauty, status, and marital eligibility. While the tradition has faded over time, its impact is still visible in various cultural remnants and even resonates in modern dentistry. This article explores the roots of ohaguro and delves into its connection with contemporary dental practices.
Ohaguro dates back to the Heian period (794-1185), where it was initially practiced by the aristocracy and later adopted by commoners. The custom involved blackening the teeth using a solution made from iron filings and vinegar, resulting in a distinctive lacquered appearance. Ohaguro was particularly prevalent among married women, symbolizing their commitment and marital status.
As Japan modernized during the Meiji era (1868-1912), ohaguro gradually lost its significance. Influences from the Western world, changes in fashion, and evolving societal norms contributed to the decline of this centuries-old tradition. By the end of the Meiji era, ohaguro was largely abandoned, although some elderly individuals continued the practice well into the 20th century.
Ohaguro’s Influence on Modern Dentistry:
While ohaguro itself may be a relic of the past, its impact on modern dentistry is noteworthy. The quest for aesthetically pleasing smiles has always been a constant, and this is where the historical custom finds resonance in contemporary dental practices.
1. Teeth Whitening Technologies:
The desire for whiter teeth in modern society is the antithesis of ohaguro. Teeth whitening procedures, ranging from over-the-counter products to professional treatments offered by dentists, reflect society’s current beauty standards. These treatments use safe and effective methods to remove stains and discoloration, enhancing the natural whiteness of teeth.
2. Orthodontics and Cosmetic Dentistry: Ohaguro was not only about color but also about the shape and arrangement of teeth. In modern dentistry, orthodontic treatments, such as braces and clear aligners, address issues related to tooth alignment and structure. Cosmetic dentistry procedures, like veneers, bonding, and contouring,
allow individuals to achieve the perfect smile they desire.
3. Dental Implants and Prosthetics: For those who have lost teeth due to various reasons, dental implants and prosthetics provide functional and aesthetic solutions. These technologies mimic the appearance and function of natural teeth, helping individuals regain confidence in their smiles.
Ohaguro may be a thing of the past, but its influence on modern dentistry is undeniable. From a symbol of status and beauty to a relic of history, ohaguro has evolved, leaving a lasting impression on Japan’s cultural landscape. Today, as advancements in dentistry continue to flourish, individuals have a range of options to achieve healthy, functional, and aesthetically pleasing smiles— embracing a new era that values the preservation and enhancement of natural dental beauty.
Roswell Dental Care is nominated to win “BEST OF THE BEST” Dental Practice in North Atlanta by Appen Newspaper for the 8th year. We’ve been serving patients in the area for over 40 years.
As your cosmetic dentists, Drs. Hood, Remaley, and Urvi give your comfort and trust top priority. We assure you feel confident in any dental solution before beginning treatment. For enhanced comfort, we offer FREE conscious sedation, including nitrous oxide. Rest assured that your experience will be positive, relaxing, and rewarding. Take the first step in feeling great about your smile. Schedule your COMPLIMENTARY smile makeover consultation by calling 770-998-6736.
• Crowns and Bridges in a few days
• Porcelain Veneers
• Tooth Colored Composite Fillings
• Teeth Whitening- no sensitivity
• Oral Cancer Screenings on all patients
• Teeth Cleanings, Digital X-Rays and Comprehensive Oral Exams on all new patients
• Cosmetic Smile Makeovers and Full Mouth Reconstruction (Complimentary Consultation)
• Occlusal Guards and Bite Adjustments
• Snore Guards and Sleep Apnea Analysis
• Digital X-Rays (90% less radiation) and Intra-Oral Photos
• Digitally Scanned Dental ImpressionsNo more gooey impressions!
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• Facial Aesthetic Enhancements including BOTOX and Dermal Fillers
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Cancer nutrition
Brought to you by - Jonathan Stegall, MD, The Center for
New year’s resolutions usually include eating better, so you have probably thought about nutrition. If you ask most oncologists about nutrition, they will say that it doesn’t matter what cancer patients eat. Some will even say to eat whatever you want. Unfortunately, this is bad advice.
We have significant research showing that what we eat matters a lot, whether we are treating cancer or trying to prevent it. Scientific studies recommend a whole food, plantbased diet. This means focusing on
organic vegetables, fruits, beans, and grains. In terms of animal protein, strive for organic and grass-fed beef, organic and free-range poultry, and wild-caught fish. Such an approach focuses on the cleanest, healthiest foods on the planet, full of nutrients, vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants.
This nutritional approach is anticancer, while also reducing your risk of developing other chronic diseases such as heart disease, diabetes, and Alzheimer’s.
If you would like more information on the topic of cancer nutrition, as well as many other aspects of cancer treatment and prevention, please check out my books. Cancer Secrets is an Amazon bestseller, currently in its second edition. Fasting From Cancer is my newest book, released last year. Both books are available on Amazon in paperback and Kindle versions.
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Sedation dentistry: navigating anxiety for the best dentist experience
Dr. Bradley Hepler, Atlanta Center for Dental Health
Many people get nervous going to the dentist. So many people have had bad experiences in the past or just don’t like it. Fear of the dentist is common and affects people of all ages. Whether it’s the sound of the drill or fear of potential pain, dental anxiety can prevent people from seeking the oral care that they need. Sedation Dentistry allows patients to relax while undergoing dental procedures.
There is an alternative. You can have comfortable, anxiety-free visits to the dentist with Sedation Dentistry. Dental offices like the Atlanta Center for Dental Health offer comfort amenities including bottled water, snacks, courtesy Wi-Fi, a warm inviting environment, relaxing music, noise-cancelling headphones, Netflix movies, lavender eye pillows and warm neck pillows, cozy blankets, and warm face towels to make your visit as comfortable as possible. In addition to all those amazing benefits, you can also choose from a range of sedation options.
Sedation Dentistry uses medications to help patients relax during their dental procedures. The goal is to create a calm, anxiety-free environment, making it easier for individuals to receive necessary dental care. This benefits not only anxious patients, but also patients with extensive needs that may
require a longer visit, patients with a low pain threshold, or time efficiency allowing more to be done in a single visit.
Sedation Dentistry focuses on keeping the patient comfortable and relaxed while receiving much needed dental care. Some patients choose to have their mouth numb so they don’t feel anything and then just relax with their eyes closed while listening to music.
Nitrous oxide, or laughing gas, inhalation sedation is a popular option that relaxes you while your procedures are completed. At the end of your visit, you simply breathe pure oxygen and then can drive yourself home.
Many people choose Oral Sedation that allows you to sleep through the dental visit, have all your work completed in one visit, be easily awakened, and not remember the experience of your visit. With Oral Sedation, you simply swallow some pills prescribed for you, lay back and fall asleep, and wake up at the end with your procedures complete and your new smile. All dental procedures can be completed with Sedation Dentistry from routine preventive care to a complete Smile Makeover.
“Preventive Dentistry can add 10 years to human life.” -Dr. Charles Mayo of the Mayo Clinic
A healthy mouth is part of a healthy body. Our wish for you is that you look and feel your best!
Dr. Bradley Hepler and the experienced team at the Atlanta Center for Dental Health provide the most modern advances in complete dentistry. Experience immediate results with procedures to greatly enhance your smile and your health. If you would like a complimentary consultation to discover which of these options is best for you, please call us at 770-992-2236. Dr. Hepler is highly trained to provide you with the latest and best techniques to allow you to achieve your cosmetic and restorative goals.
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Your youthful smile
In order to understand a youthful smile, one needs to know the look of aging teeth. An aging smile can occur as a person gets older, however, they can be influenced by various factors such as oral habits, lifestyle choices, and dental hygiene care…at any age!
Some of the most common features of an aging smile are:
1. Teeth yellowing: Over time, and many coffee/tea, chocolate, wine and tobacco indulgences later, teeth can lose their natural brightness and present more yellow.
2. Tooth wear and tear: Years of grinding, taking out one’s stress on one’s teeth, and misaligned teeth can contribute to excessive and uneven tooth wear and flatter and shorter surfaces.
3. Gum recession: gum recession exposes the darker root surfaces and makes teeth look longer and less esthetic.
4. Tooth loss: missing teeth can impact the appearance of one’s smile and contribute to decreased lip and cheek support and fullness causing facial changes.
5. Teeth crowding: As we age our teeth have a tendency to shift in a forward direction, causing the front teeth to become more crowded.
To maintain a youthful smile here are a few tips:
1. Avoid staining: Avoid tobacco and limit stain causing and enamel eroding acidic foods and drinks.
2. Whitening: professional dental whitening can remove most stains and bring back the luster and brightness to one’s teeth.
3. Resin bonding: Tooth colored fillings do a beautiful job of masking exposed root surfaces and restoring the beautiful shape of the teeth, and thus enhance one’s smile.
4. Tooth replacement: In today’s world, replacing a tooth with implant therapy is the gold standard of dentistry and has long lasting benefits in maintaining the longevity of one’s dentition.
5. Orthodontics: Crooked and misaligned teeth can be corrected using braces or aligners and immediately restore the “wellness” of the smile. It is amazing what a straight smile does to restore youthfulness and confidence! 6. Occlusal guard: A bite guard can shield the teeth from the harmful effects of clenching and grinding.
Maintaining a youthful smile is a lifelong commitment to YOURSELF! Regularly consulting with a good dentist who is committed to your optimal dental health and smile will help ensure personalized advice and appropriate care and methods keep your smile healthy and youthful.
Call us for a free consultation (upon mention of this article) on how we can help you rejuvenate your smile!
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Federal Reserve may be hinting at troubles ahead for U.S. economy
D.C. AIKEN Guest Columnist dcaiken.com
My inspiration for this week’s article is Kenny Loggins’ 1986 hit “Danger Zone” and how the Fed may very well be flying us into an economic danger zone.
Several weeks ago, the Federal Reserve once again cut the Federal Funds
Rate by another .25 percent for a total of 1 percent in cuts since September, despite stating they were not going to make cuts until inflation reached the 2 percent mark (currently, we are at 2.7 percent for the year).
I stated at the beginning of the year that a 2 percent target was virtually mathematically impossible to accomplish in 2024, and I guess our friends at the Federal Reserve agreed, and thus the cuts (on a side note…mortgage rates have surged higher by almost 1 full percent during the same time frame).
But at the same time, according to some macro-economic data recently released, the economy continues to jug along at a reasonable pace? So, why the cuts? Maybe it is that they are finally looking at some parts of the economy that are not doing so well that tend to have a major impact on the overall economy.
Things like:
1. Consumer spending continues to grow, but so does their debt which is currently at record levels.
2. The U.S. deficit continues to grow at record levels.
3. Housing sales are running at 30year lows (considered a huge part of a growing economy).
The classic economic thought is lowering rates tends to stimulate the economy, and thus prices rise, which adds to overall inflation. However, the Fed has made some significant cuts in a relatively short period of time. Do they know something we do not, or are they flying us into the Danger Zone?
D.C. Aiken is vice president, producing production manager for BankSouth Mortgage, NMLS # 658790. For more insights, you can subscribe to his newsletter at dcaiken.com.
The opinions expressed within this article may not reflect the opinions or views of BankSouth Mortgage or its affiliates.
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Sometimes, you never know exactly where you are going
Where are you going, my friend?
Right now, at this very minute, I’m going east. To Germany. Yep. I’m in a plane somewhere over the Atlantic. Home and hearth and Canton, Ga., are way behind me now, while way down below (wa-aa-a-ay down below) there’s nothing for miles but the good ol’ Atlantic Ocean. It’ll be that way for a while. Sometimes that thought is soothing.
Ahead of me, somewhere out there beyond the curved horizon, is the airport at Munich. And beyond that?
I don’t know. I have hopes, but I’m only sure that it will be new to me, completely new, and I’ll just have to see where the storyline goes.
It will be new like London was new when we went there a couple of years ago. I had never been, but she had, and she loves it, and she loves me, and so we chose it for our honeymoon. I’d seen some documentaries and read some old National Geographic articles. I had planned where I was going. I thought I knew what to expect.
I was wrong. It was so much better.
Yeah. That trip, like all the best ones, just kind of unfolded on its own. I like it when that happens. Don’t you? Like a good drama, you never know where such trips are going to take you. You never know what the actors in the play are going to have to say.
I remember a place a thousand miles west of where I was just then, a place in north Georgia far off any beaten track
THE INK PENN
where a one-act drama unfolded one cold November Saturday maybe 30 years ago. Here’s how it came to be.
I’d planned a trip to Dahlonega to interview a gold prospector that a friend of a friend had introduced me to. “You’ve got to go talk to this guy,” my friend had told me. “He’s something.”
“Something?” I inquired?
“Yeah,” my friend said. “Just… something.”
And so I went, expecting to do my interview thing and take some notes and shoot some pictures for the magazine. It would be interesting. But I figured it would be just like all the other interviews, hello-and-questions-and-goodbye.
I was wrong.
I met my source (that’s what we writer types call the people we talk to, though I really do not like the term) in front of an unpainted shack that must have been old long before Moses was even a pup.
Three creaky steps led from the yard up to the porch. They played musically as I climbed.
We settled into old wood rocking chairs that had once been some shade of green. I wrote down the right spelling of his name. Then, according to plan, I asked questions and notated answers. Finally, having what I needed, I made to excuse myself. That was my plan – to head on home and write the story and sent it to the magazine straightaway.
But he said, “What’s your hurry?” He added, “Sit a spell.”
Why not? So, we sat and chatted and sipped a few things, some perhaps from mason jars. We talked about people (characters distant and local) and places (small ones, mostly) and politics (what can one really say?).
The more we talked, the easier it became.
Inevitably, conversation turned again to gold. Were folks still finding it? Yep. Right around there, right around that very shack? Uh-huh.
Were they finding very much?
Well…
“I’ll be back in a few minutes,” he said all of a sudden, rising from the rocker. He walked around back behind the cabin and disappeared into the woods. He was gone for a while but was back in 15 minutes, his coveralls a little muddier than I remembered.
He was carrying something wrapped in a dirty brown piece of tattered, mossflecked, mud-stained burlap. That something looked heavy, though it was not very large.
He unwrapped his burden carefully and handed it to me. It was an ancient mayonnaise jar.
It was a mayonnaise jar full of gold, so heavy that I very nearly dropped it.
“Somethin’, huh?” he said after a bit, and I allowed as to how it really, really was.
I turned the jar slowly in my hands. Its contents shifted, revealing a dynamic universe painted in tones of sun-kissed yellow. There was fine gold by the tablespoon, some like sand and some as sifty as flour. There were larger bits – small nuggets, actually – up to the size of a couple of grains of rice. There were bigger pieces the size and shape of raisins or small peanuts or perhaps phantasmagoric jellybeans. And there were a half-dozen of big ones (“Them’s the super-nuggets,” he said) that clonked softly together as the jar, like the universe itself, rotated before my eyes.
“More where that came from,” he said. “Maybe more of them supers too.”
He let me hold the treasure (what must have been its value!) and, after a while, he reached out and took the jar and its softly glowing contents from my hands. Yeah, it was a little hard to let it go.
But I did. And when I did, he held it closely and wrapped it again ever-solovingly in its battered burlap gown, then cradled it in the crook of his right arm before clump-clump-clumping down the porch steps and turning at last back towards the woods.
He stopped at the bottom of the steps.
“So that’s what it is,” he said to me. “That’s what comes to be. Eh?”
He departed then, disappearing into the trees, leaving me to wait on that porch for his return.
I waited a while, then a bit longer, then longer still.
After a while it started getting dark. Finally, I went home.
“…and that’s how it happened,” I said to her, but she only nestled her head on my shoulder, no doubt lulled to blissful rest by the purring of those two massive engines roaring silently a few yards beyond the window.
I turned to look out that window. There was a faint hint of light from somewhere out in front of us, and I knew that after while we’d be once more wheelsdown on the good earth.
Where was I going? Germany and Austria.
What would I find? I had not a clue.
But it would be new. It would be fresh. Like life itself, it would enrich and enhance and enlighten, and it would be good.
I’ll let you know what I find.
Feeling the need for some feel-good books
KATHY MANOS PENN Columnist
What prompted the need for some feel-good books? It was an exceptional book, but one that left me with a feeling of distress. Perhaps that’s the mark of a good thriller. Whatever it was, I followed it with two feel-good books to put me back on an even keel.
“The Fury”
by Alex Michaelides
This plot was particularly twisted.
That’s something I should have remembered from reading “The Silent Patient,” several years ago. This acclaim from author David Baldacci is the first line in the Amazon description. “Alex Michaelides hits the trifecta with his third novel, ‘The Fury’. The highly original story presents the reader with the king of all unreliable narrators, enough twists and turns to power two novels, and a host of characters that bleed right on the page.”
It starts in London and moves to a private Greek island — I loved the setting. The characters? Not so much. And the twist? I never saw it coming
until very, very close to the end. The roller coaster of emotions evoked by this tale sent me in search of something happy to read.
“The Bookish Life of Nina Hill” by Abbi Waxman
Nina Hill, as you might guess from the title, loves books. “The only child of a single mother, Nina has her life just as she wants it: a job in a bookstore, a kick-butt trivia team, a world-class planner and a cat named Phil. If she sometimes suspects there might be more to life than reading, she just shrugs and picks up a new book.”
She’s not a total introvert. After all,
she regularly visits a bar to play trivia, and she leads the children’s book club at the shop. But beyond that, she avoids speaking to strangers. Just not her cup of tea. What disrupts her life is the unwelcome discovery that the father she never knew about has died. Now, she has a family she also never knew about. And that means talking to strangers.
How she works through this turmoil makes for a delightfully witty tale that includes romance and, of course, books. The dialogue made me laugh aloud, and the happy ending warmed
STEVE HUDSON Columnist
Feeling:
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my heart. It was a welcome relief from murder and manipulation.
“Counting Miracles” by Nicholas
Sparks
Before returning to my usual fare of murder mysteries, I read a review of Sparks’s latest books and couldn’t resist checking it out. I smiled at the reviewer’s admission that he didn’t usually read romance novels, but it was just what he needed after the unpleasantness of the presidential campaign. You may wish to replace “unpleasantness” with a more fitting adjective.
This book has everything you could want in a well-written romance: intriguing subplots that come together
in a comforting way; interesting historical context for life in a reallife small town —Asheboro, North Carolina; and a chance encounter between a small-town doctor and a former army ranger who now travels the world on aid missions. And, yes, it includes the must-have in a romance novel — a happy ending. It was exactly what I needed.
Now, I’m trying to decide what genre to dive into next. Time will tell.
Happy reading!
Award-winning author Kathy Manos Penn is a Sandy Springs resident. Find her Dickens & Christie cozy mysteries on Amazon or locally at The Enchanted Forest, Bookmiser, and Johns Creek Books. Contact her at inkpenn119@gmail.com, and follow her on Facebook, www.facebook.com/ KathyManosPennAuthor/.
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CITY OF ALPHARETTA NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING
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a. MP-24-09/CU-24-12/V-24-28 Alpharetta Hotel Holdings LLC/Hybrid Hotel Consideration of a master plan amendment, conditional use, and variance to allow ‘Hotel, Hybrid’ on 9.89 acres in the Preston Ridge Master Plan. A master plan amendment is requested to the Preston Ridge Master Plan Pod H to add ‘Hotel, Hybrid’ as a conditional use and a conditional use is requested to allow a ‘Hotel, Hybrid’ for a dual brand Marriott hotel. A variance is requested to deviate from the Hybrid Hotel regulations. The property is located at 12140 Morris Road and is legally described as being located in Land Lot 1262, 2nd District, 2nd Section, Fulton County, Georgia.
Note: Georgia law requires that all parties who have made campaign contributions to the Mayor or to a Council Member in excess of two hundred fifty dollars ($250) within the past two (2) years must complete a campaign contribution report with the Community Development Department. The complete text of the Georgia law and a disclosure form are available in the office of the City Clerk, 2 Park Plaza, Alpharetta, Georgia.
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NOTICE OF CITY COUNCIL PLANNING RETREAT
The Mayor and City Council of the City of Alpharetta plan to attend a strategic planning retreat where a quorum of the members will be present. The purpose of the retreat is to discuss the goals, initiatives, and direction for the City of Alpharetta.
The retreat will take place at Barnsley Resort, which is located at 597 Barnsley Gardens Road NW, Adairsville, Georgia 30103. The first session of the Planning Retreat will begin on Friday, January 17, 2025 at 10:00 a.m. in the Saylor Hall meeting room, and the second session of the Planning Retreat will begin on Saturday, January 18, 2025 at 8:30 a.m. in the Town Hall meeting room.
The agenda and minutes for the upcoming 2025 City Council Planning Retreat will be posted to the City of Alpharetta’s online Meeting Manager Portal at www. alpharetta.ga.us.
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